QR codes are the easiest way for your guests to access the GuestGoodie app. With the integrated QR code generator, you create professional QR codes adapted to your hotel for various applications - from room QR codes to special goodie promotions.
Overview
You'll find the QR Code Generator in the sidebar under "QR Codes". Here you can:
- Customize design: Shape, color, logo and text
- Set destination: Where the QR code leads
- Specific codes: For rooms, goodies or areas
- Instant download: As PNG file (800x800px)
Understanding QR Code Destinations
App Areas
Feed
- Leads directly to the GoodieFeed
- Usage: Reception, flyers, general promotion
Goodies Pages
- Leads to the categories area of the app
- Usage: When guests should discover offers
Guest Area
- Leads to the personal area (calendar, bookings)
- Usage: For already registered guests
Login Methods
Login with Room
- Room number is pre-filled
- Guest only needs to enter last name
- Ideal for: QR codes in rooms
Direct Login
- Guest is automatically logged in
- Only use per reservation! (security)
- Ideal for: Personalized check-in documents
Specific Destinations
Goodie QR Codes
- Leads directly to the detail page of a specific goodie
- Important: Goodie must be assigned to a category
- Usage: Special promotion of individual offers
Room QR Codes
- Login with pre-filled room number
- Usage: Placed in each room
Create QR Code
Step 1: Set Design
Choose QR Style:
- Shape: Square, circle
- Dots: Elegant, dots, square, rounded
- Corners: Elegant, dot, square
- Corner dots: Elegant, dot, square
- Color: Choose freely (by default this is your brand color)
Step 2: Logo and Text
With Logo
- Activated: Your hotel logo is automatically inserted
- Uses the logo from your Branding Settings
With Text
- Room QR codes: Shows the room number
- Goodie QR codes: Shows the goodie title
Step 3: Select Destination
Set Type:
- Feed: General access
- Goodie: Select specific goodie from dropdown
- Login with room: Select room number or "All rooms"
Step 4: Download
Single QR Code:
- Click "Download QR Code"
- PNG file (800x800px) is downloaded
All Room QR Codes:
- Select "All rooms" for login with room
- All QR codes are downloaded individually (not as PDF)
- Each code with corresponding room number
Practical Usage
Typical Applications
Room QR Codes
- Where: In each room (nightstand, desk, info folder)
- Advantage: Room number already pre-filled
- Guest: Only needs to enter last name
Reception & Check-in
- Feed QR code for general access
- Direct login for personalized check-in cards
- Goodies pages to show offers
Marketing & Promotion
- Goodie QR codes for special offers
- On flyers, posters, social media
- Direct to the promoted service
Public Areas
- Restaurant: Feed QR code at the table
- Spa: Wellness goodie QR code
- Bar: Happy hour goodie QR code
Design Tips
Choose Colors
- Use your hotel branding for recognition
- Consider contrast: QR code must remain easily readable
Logo Integration
- Automatic: Your hotel logo is perfectly integrated
- Readability: Logo doesn't overwrite important QR code areas
- Consistency: Same look as in the app
Size and Placement
- Minimum size: 3x3 cm for reliable scanning
- Visible placement: Eye level or easily accessible
- Context: With brief explanation ("Scan for hotel offers")
Technical Details
Format and Resolution
- Format: PNG
- Resolution: 800x800 pixels
- For other formats: Contact: help@guestgoodie.com
Room Integration
Rooms are automatically taken from your PMS or can be added manually:
→ PMS Integration:
Automatic Room Synchronization
→ Manual Management:
Add Rooms Manually
Best Practices
Security
- Direct login: Only for personalized use (one reservation)
- Public QR codes: Use login with room or general areas
Guest Experience
- Simple instructions: "Scan QR code for hotel offers"
- Multiple placements: Different locations for different destinations
- Quick access: Goodie QR codes for promoted offers
Marketing
- Specific promotion: Goodie QR codes for promoted services
- Seasonal adaptation: QR codes for time-limited offers
Troubleshooting
QR code cannot be scanned?
- ✓ Sufficient contrast between color and background
- ✓ Minimum size 3x3 cm when printing
- ✓ QR code not damaged or dirty
Guest doesn't get into the app?
- ✓ Destination type chosen correctly (feed, goodies pages, etc.)
- ✓ For goodie QR codes: goodie assigned to a category
- ✓ Hotel branding configured correctly
Room QR code not working?
- ✓ Room created in GuestGoodie (manually or PMS)
- ✓ Login type "Login with room" selected
- ✓ Current guest data available
Next Steps: Set up your Room Management and optimize your Hotel Branding for perfect QR code integration.